Notable People
- Alexander Allan, founder of the Allan Line Royal Mail Steamers
- Sir Hugh Allan, of the Allan Line Royal Mail Steamers
- Andrew Allan of the Allan Line Royal Mail Steamers
- Hugh McMahon, professional footballer
- Bobby Lennox, professional footballer
- Janice Galloway acclaimed Scottish writer, author of The Trick Is to Keep Breathing (1989)
- Steve Clarke, professional footballer
- Colin Hay musician, singer, songwriter
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